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Police in Nairobi are investigating the death of a Rwandan woman who is suspected to have died from carbon monoxide poisoning in her house in Kangemi’s Gatina area.
The deceased, identified as 31-year-old Arlene Mukashyaka, was found lifeless on a seat, with a charcoal jiko still in the house. Her Kenyan husband was reportedly away at the time of the incident. Detectives said leftover food and cooked beans were found on the table, suggesting she may have succumbed to carbon monoxide inhalation.
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Carbon monoxide—an odorless, colorless gas from burning charcoal or wood—is often described as a “silent killer” because it deprives the body of oxygen by binding to red blood cells. Officials have once again cautioned Kenyans against using charcoal jikos in poorly ventilated rooms.
Elsewhere, in Songoliet village, Nandi County, a 30-year-old man identified as Markson Kipkurgat was found dead following a domestic brawl with his relatives. Police said the man’s body, bearing multiple head injuries, was discovered in a nearby thicket. Two relatives were also injured during the altercation, whose cause remains unclear. Investigators suspect revenge may have been the motive and are waiting for the injured to recover before questioning them.
In Kyumbi, Machakos County, detectives are probing the death of 21-year-old John Mutisya Mutuku, who was found unconscious along the Mombasa Highway after going missing from a private ranch on October 12. He died a week later while receiving treatment. Police have since questioned the ranch management over possible foul play.
Meanwhile, in Rioma, Kisii County, 27-year-old Brian Obae died in hospital after being dropped off by unidentified individuals. His body had visible head wounds and was bleeding from the nose and mouth. Police have launched a murder investigation, and the body has been moved to the mortuary pending a post-mortem.
